“Tooth fairy” inflation hits home

A new survey finds the going rate for the tooth fairy has climbed to an average of $3 per tooth (AP image)

Inflation is hitting home in an unexpected place. A new survey finds the “tooth fairy” is paying out 15 percent more than last year.

The survey by credit card company Visa says the average price is now $3 per tooth.

“You’re shelling out three bucks for what?” asks an incredulous David Boze. “Back in my day, it was maybe a quarter, 75 cents if you were really, really lucky got some grandparents involved, the fairy had a collection plate going or something,” Boze says.

Visa even has an online calculator and app to help determine the going rate in your state. For example, it says a parent in Washington should give $1.00

Producer Sarah Mackay says the going rate in her house is $5 to $8 depending on her kid’s age. For guest co-host Steven Kilbreath, it’s six coins regardless of value.

How much is the “tooth fairy” paying in your house?